Operations Executive

Dubai Golf; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Viya in Dubai is seeking an proactive Operations Executive to support onboarding and integration of golf clubs onto the Viya platform. You will coordinate with clubs, internal teams, and partners while managing timelines and documentation throughout implementation.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong communication skills and experience in operations, project coordination, or account management within golf, hospitality, or technology environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field as listed.
• 2–4 years of experience in operations, project coordination, account management, or related roles.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding of golf clubs to Viya.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure successful implementations.
• Manage onboarding timelines, trackers, and project plans.
• Collect club information, assets, pricing, and content.
• Monitor onboarding progress and follow up on actions.
• Coordinate onboarding meetings, training, testing, and go-live.
• Identify risks and dependencies to ensure delivery.
• Support outreach to prospective clubs and industry partners.
• Assist with lead generation, prospect research, and qualification.
• Schedule introductory meetings and product demos.
• Maintain CRM records and onboarding updates.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
• Prepare agendas and minutes; support cross-functional projects.
• Follow up on deliverables to ensure timely completion.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Relationship-building

Independent and collaborative work

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations, Marketing, Hospitality, Tourism, Sports Management, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Project tracking tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

About the Role

Viya is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Executive to support the onboarding and integration of golf clubs onto the Viya platform. This role plays a key part in ensuring a smooth onboarding experience by coordinating with golf clubs, internal teams, and business partners while managing timelines, documentation, and communication throughout the implementation process.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, commercially aware, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Experience in operations, project coordination, account management, hospitality, golf, leisure, tourism, or technology environments is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Golf Club Onboarding & Implementation

• Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding of golf clubs onto the Viya platform.
• Liaise with internal Development, Marketing, and Operations teams to ensure successful implementations.
• Manage onboarding timelines, trackers, project plans, and implementation schedules.
• Collect and coordinate club information, marketing assets, pricing structures, and platform content.
• Monitor onboarding progress and proactively follow up on outstanding actions.
• Coordinate onboarding meetings, training sessions, testing activities, and go-live launches.
• Identify and elevate risks, delays, and dependencies to ensure successful project delivery.

Business Development & Sales Support

• Support outreach activities to prospective golf clubs and industry partners.
• Assist with lead generation, prospect research, and qualification activities.
• Schedule introductory meetings, product demonstrations, and onboarding discussions.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, onboarding updates, and sales pipeline information.
• Coordinate follow-ups and support the Senior Operations Executive throughout the sales process.

Market Research & Data Management

• Research golf clubs, golf tourism markets, and industry opportunities.
• Maintain and update databases of target clubs, contacts, and business opportunities.
• Compile operational, commercial, and market intelligence data for management review.
• Monitor industry developments, competitor activities, and emerging market trends.

Reporting & Administrative Coordination

• Assist with operational reporting, presentations, and business documentation.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
• Prepare meeting agendas and document action points and meeting minutes.
• Support cross-functional projects and ongoing operational initiatives.
• Follow up on deliverables and ensure timely completion of assigned actions.

Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations, Marketing, Hospitality, Tourism, Sports Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in operations, project coordination, account management, business support, or a related role.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience within the golf, hospitality, tourism, leisure, sports, or technology sectors.
• Experience working with CRM systems and project tracking tools.
• Knowledge of golf club operations and golf tourism markets is advantageous.

What We're Looking For

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and highly organized.
• Passion for delivering excellent customer and partner experiences.